In 2008, after writing for a local newspaper and various other publications, I was encouraged to start writing a blog. Back then when someone would ask me, “What publication are you writing for now?” I would get a quizzical look when I said, ” I am a...

Every day, my Facebook page is filled with sponsored ads from skincare and makeup companies. They often include videos and testimonials from women who swear by these products. I read the comments which sometimes include comments from frustrated buyers who write that...

Credit..Instar Images. Billions of people around the world tuned in to watch the latest Royal Wedding. I thought it was absolutely magnificent and like a scene out of a Hallmark Movie. Yes, I watch those movies. I was disappointed that within minutes social media was...

Carter works in the service industry and attends college. His smile lights up a room and I just assumed his manners came from a great upbringing. He is marrying his lovely girlfriend in a few weeks and was excited to share about their honeymoon plans and the fact that...

Billy lived next door to Reggie for decades. It never occurred to either one of them that the difference in their skin color was a reason not to hang around. They enjoyed sitting outside and shooting the breeze…how the town they grew up in was getting too...

Many years ago, I wrote a customer service column where I acknowledged people who gave outstanding customer service. I came up with the idea because I felt people were quicker to complain than say something positive. It is amazing what a difference a few nice words...

I recently read a blog about Mother-in-laws written by a young writer. In the blog, she encourages women to stand up to their husband’s Mother and basically put the woman in her place. I found the blog interesting because I had just finished reading an article...

Everywhere you look (online, tv, stores) there are companies promoting diet products, vitamins, and meal plans for losing weight. Millions of dollars are spent on advertising.There are support groups and personal coaches to guide you on your weight loss journey. I...

I’ve searched my entire adult life for a hairdresser who understood my hair. It hasn’t been easy. One day I approached a woman who had thick curly hair and a great haircut and asked her if she minded sharing the name of her hairdresser. She said her name...

Some people have been sharing on social media how they’ve eliminated toxic people from their lives. Much of this started during the presidential elections when one wrong comment got you a “click..you’re gone.” I question the use of the word...